The Center For Information And Study On Clinical Research Participation Release: Announcing 5k Run & Walk Event To Recognize All Clinical Trial Volunteers
Research Professionals and the Public to Honor Study Volunteers Who Give the Gift of
Participation in Clinical Research
Boston, MA – The Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP), an independent non-profit organization, and CenterWatch, a leading publisher of clinical trials information, are excited to announce the upcoming Medical Heroes Appreciation 5K Run & Walk in Atlanta to celebrate the volunteers who give the gift of participation in clinical research and to raise awareness about the importance of clinical research in advancing public health.
CISCRP will hold the Medical Heroes Appreciation 5K Run & Walk in partnership with the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) at the ACRP 2016 Meeting & Expo. The event will take place on Saturday, April 16, 2016 near the Georgia World Congress Convention Center from 6:30-8:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to register early as space is limited. To register, visit medhero5k-atlanta.eventbrite.com. On behalf of every 5K registrant, the Greater Gift Initiative will donate a vaccine to a child in need.
“Medical Heroes are the millions of people who help advance public health and medical knowledge by taking part in clinical trials each year,” said CISCRP’s founder, Ken Getz. “With this special event, we continue to recognize their gift, raise public awareness, and express our gratitude and admiration.”
Running and walking enthusiasts, and CISCRP and ACRP supporters, are invited to participate and attend the event. Proceeds from the 5K will support education and outreach programs to patients and families interested in learning more about the clinical research process.
CenterWatch, a leading provider of clinical trials information for both professionals and patients, is the event’s official media partner providing additional support in raising awareness about the 5K. “Clinical research volunteers truly are the medical heroes of our industry,” said CenterWatch COO, Joan Chambers. “Part of CenterWatch’s mission has always been to educate patients on the importance of clinical research so it was without hesitation that we offered our support to promote this exciting event.”
Check-in the day of the event begins at 6 a.m.; and the 5K Run & Walk will begin at 6:30 a.m. For more information about the event, to volunteer, register or become a sponsor, visit ciscrp.org/medhero5k-atlanta. Questions about event registration should be addressed to Maya Wise (617) 725-2753, e-mail medhero5k@ciscrp.org, or call toll free 1-877-MED-HERO.
Boston, MA – The Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP), an independent non-profit organization, and CenterWatch, a leading publisher of clinical trials information, are excited to announce the upcoming Medical Heroes Appreciation 5K Run & Walk in Atlanta to celebrate the volunteers who give the gift of participation in clinical research and to raise awareness about the importance of clinical research in advancing public health.
CISCRP will hold the Medical Heroes Appreciation 5K Run & Walk in partnership with the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) at the ACRP 2016 Meeting & Expo. The event will take place on Saturday, April 16, 2016 near the Georgia World Congress Convention Center from 6:30-8:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to register early as space is limited. To register, visit medhero5k-atlanta.eventbrite.com. On behalf of every 5K registrant, the Greater Gift Initiative will donate a vaccine to a child in need.
“Medical Heroes are the millions of people who help advance public health and medical knowledge by taking part in clinical trials each year,” said CISCRP’s founder, Ken Getz. “With this special event, we continue to recognize their gift, raise public awareness, and express our gratitude and admiration.”
Running and walking enthusiasts, and CISCRP and ACRP supporters, are invited to participate and attend the event. Proceeds from the 5K will support education and outreach programs to patients and families interested in learning more about the clinical research process.
CenterWatch, a leading provider of clinical trials information for both professionals and patients, is the event’s official media partner providing additional support in raising awareness about the 5K. “Clinical research volunteers truly are the medical heroes of our industry,” said CenterWatch COO, Joan Chambers. “Part of CenterWatch’s mission has always been to educate patients on the importance of clinical research so it was without hesitation that we offered our support to promote this exciting event.”
Check-in the day of the event begins at 6 a.m.; and the 5K Run & Walk will begin at 6:30 a.m. For more information about the event, to volunteer, register or become a sponsor, visit ciscrp.org/medhero5k-atlanta. Questions about event registration should be addressed to Maya Wise (617) 725-2753, e-mail medhero5k@ciscrp.org, or call toll free 1-877-MED-HERO.